Survey Technician Albuquerque, NM

Blew & Associates, P.A.•Albuquerque, NM

5d•$70,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Blew & Associates, P.A. is seeking a survey professional to support growing client demand nationwide. The role involves conducting field survey activities and ensuring the quality of survey deliverables. The posting describes collecting field data for multiple project types, including ALTA, boundary, construction staking, and topographic surveys, along with processing data, conducting project research, following project-manager instructions, and communicating progress to the Field Project Manager. The role also involves maintaining survey equipment, working with clients and project teams, and completing projects safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. The posting refers to the position as both Survey Technician and Survey Crew Chief.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief.
Strong understanding of surveying concepts and practices.
Proficiency with survey equipment such as total stations, GPS receivers, and data collectors.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team while delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.
Ability to safely traverse and navigate rugged terrain in remote areas.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wet, and muddy conditions, and at high or precarious places.
Ability to transport heavy equipment to job sites, including regularly lifting or moving up to 25 pounds, frequently up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Ability to travel regionally and nationally often.
Ability to work overtime, including weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Part 107 license.
Familiarity with CAD software, specifically Carlson AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

Collect field data needed to complete projects.
Locate boundaries, pins, improvements, utilities, and other features for ALTA, boundary, construction staking, and topographic surveys.
Check and reduce raw field data, perform calculations, and download and file survey data.
Perform project research as needed.
Follow instructions and work orders from project managers.
Communicate daily with the Field Project Manager about schedule progress and whether work is ahead of or behind schedule.
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with clients, contractors, and team members.
Ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently and adhere to schedules and budgets.
Maintain survey equipment and troubleshoot field issues.

Benefits

95% coverage of health benefits, including medical and dental; optional family or dependent enrollment is paid by the employee at a group rate.
50% company contribution toward vision coverage.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
401(k) matching: 100% match on deferrals up to 3% of compensation, plus 50% match on deferrals over 3%, not exceeding 5% of compensation.
100% employer-paid short-term disability, with employee buy-up options.
100% employer-paid life insurance coverage, with employee buy-up options.
Holiday pay.
Sick pay.
Paid vacations.
Paid parental leave.
Per diem for overnight stays.
Overtime incentives.
Possible year-end bonuses based on performance and tenure.
Apparel allotments for boots and work attire.
Company truck.
Company-paid cell phone.
Company equipment.